Lixisenatide reduces motor disability progression in Parkinson’s disease
Apr 04, 2024
Lixisenatide results in less progression of motor disability than placebo at 12 months for individuals with early Parkinson’s disease.
Hospital-treated infections earlier in life tied to Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s disease risk
Sep 28, 2022
An association was found for Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease cases diagnosed before 60 years of age.
Loneliness increases tisk for incident Parkinson’s disease
Oct 06, 2023
The findings persisted across demographic groups and were independent of depression and other prominent risk factors, including genetic risk.
ENT-01 safe, improves constipation in patients with Parkinson’s disease
Nov 07, 2022
Improvement was seen in the weekly complete spontaneous bowel movement rate and in secondary end points
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Unilateral pallidal ultrasound ablation beneficial in Parkinson’s disease
Mar 02, 2023
The authors note a significantly reduced levodopa-induced dyskinesia and motor severity score opposite to the treated side.
Weight loss in early Parkinson’s linked to cognitive decline
Oct 20, 2022
Patients with Parkinson’s disease who have weight loss in the first year since diagnosis have a significantly faster decline in Montreal Cognitive Assessment scores.
AI analysis of Parkinson’s classifies disease with higher specificity than ever before, researchers...
By
Aaron Dorman
Aug 17, 2023
While some AI may already be able to predict Parkinson’s years before symptoms occur, new research takes that capability even further and can delve into subtypes of Parkinson’s.
New wearable device treats Parkinson’s disease tremors
By
Christine Birkner
Jun 15, 2023
A new wearable device that can treat Parkinson’s disease tremors has hit the market and could make a difference for senior living residents.
Best brain treatments, when invasive, still subject to concerning wear and tear, researchers say
By
Aaron Dorman
Dec 19, 2023
Brain implants have been vital treatment options for seniors with late-stage neurological disorders, but can still damage brain tissue.
Smartwatch tool predicts Parkinson’s disease up to 7 years before onset
By
Aaron Dorman
Jul 11, 2023
Data from a smart watch could help predict Parkinson’s disease up to seven years before symptoms begin occurring, a new study shows.